Post by DRGW 5398 on May 18, 2010 21:28:04 GMT -5
Good evening all,
Here are some photos of a model that I actually finished back a month ago, just now getting around to posting some photos!
After a friend, (ConrailJon) started asking me what a "GP28M" was I decided to model one, boy what a trip it has been! LOL
At first glance a GP28M looks kind of like a GP38, however after closer inspection you'll see it is VERY different. In many books you'll find that they claim these where rebuilt from old GP5/9/18's, however, the only part of these that are still somewhat a early Geep is the engine, M-K used the old EMD 567 engine and upgraded it with newer 645-series components and then used a completely redesigned body, mainly the hulks of old GP35's with completely upgraded features.
For this model I used a Athearn RTR GP35 for the shell, removed the cab, sub-base, nose and all air intakes, fans, etc, etc. Simply put, everything from the cab forward and above the pinstripe has been replaced with Cannon components. The dynamic brake section is also completely rebuilt to match the prototype.
I decided to model 1510 as it was the only one in the Operation lifesaver "THINK...Before You Cross!" scheme that I've seen while out fanning. It's a really eye-catching paint job!
Five locomotives where painted this way, BN 1510, 21,22,23 and 24.
Model is equipped with operating pilot mounted Strobe Flashers as well has headlights.
Thanks for looking!
Here are some photos of a model that I actually finished back a month ago, just now getting around to posting some photos!
After a friend, (ConrailJon) started asking me what a "GP28M" was I decided to model one, boy what a trip it has been! LOL
At first glance a GP28M looks kind of like a GP38, however after closer inspection you'll see it is VERY different. In many books you'll find that they claim these where rebuilt from old GP5/9/18's, however, the only part of these that are still somewhat a early Geep is the engine, M-K used the old EMD 567 engine and upgraded it with newer 645-series components and then used a completely redesigned body, mainly the hulks of old GP35's with completely upgraded features.
For this model I used a Athearn RTR GP35 for the shell, removed the cab, sub-base, nose and all air intakes, fans, etc, etc. Simply put, everything from the cab forward and above the pinstripe has been replaced with Cannon components. The dynamic brake section is also completely rebuilt to match the prototype.
I decided to model 1510 as it was the only one in the Operation lifesaver "THINK...Before You Cross!" scheme that I've seen while out fanning. It's a really eye-catching paint job!
Five locomotives where painted this way, BN 1510, 21,22,23 and 24.
Model is equipped with operating pilot mounted Strobe Flashers as well has headlights.
Thanks for looking!
